Minnesota Criminal Defense Blog | Keyser Law, P.A.

KEYSER LAW BLOG

You’re Under Arrest in Minnesota – What Should You Do… and Not Do?

NOV. 26 2018

If you get arrested in Minnesota, there are certain things you should do… and others that you’re really better off avoiding. We’ll cover both types in this post.

What You Should Do If You Are Arrested in Minnesota

Make sure to follow these guidelines to protect yourself if you get arrested in Minnesota.

Be compliant and polite. Your cooperation at the time of arrest can keep you from facing further charges.

Keep your hands visible so

Buffer

Accused of Shoplifting in Minnesota? Know Your Rights

NOV. 14 2018

Published By: Chris Keyser

Category: Shoplifting/Retail Theft

If you are accused of shoplifting in Minnesota, you need to know your rights and what the store is allowed to do to you – and what they’re not.

In this post, we’ll detail the law, cover your rights, and explain what options are available to you to defend yourself and battle against any retail theft charges that are filed.

Shoplifting in Minnesota: The Law

Shoplifting is an act of theft against a retailer, according to

Buffer

Need Help with an Overdose? Minnesota Won’t Prosecute You

NOV. 8 2018

Published By: Chris Keyser

Our nation is currently in the grips of an opioid public health crisis, with astronomical increases in drug-related deaths, most of which are due to opiates.

In 2017 alone, 694 Minnesotans perished from opiate overdoses. Sadly, many of these deaths would have been preventable with timely medical intervention. However, people are often reluctant to seek out emergency medical help for an overdose because they’re afraid of being charged with possession or other drug crimes.

They shouldn’t

Buffer

How Do Minnesota DWI Penalties Differ If You Have a Child in the Car?

NOV. 5 2018

Published By: Chris Keyser

Category: DWI/DUI

Driving under the influence is a serious offense in Minnesota regardless of the specifics of the situation, but some DWI cases are treated more severely than others. One big aggravating factor is having a child in the car with you when you are arrested for DWI.

Why?

Because driving alone or with other adults isn’t considered as dangerous as driving with a minor who may not be able to recognize when they are in a dangerous situation.

Buffer

Do You Know the Difference between MN Sexual Harassment and Assault?

OCT. 25 2018

Published By: Chris Keyser

Category: Sexual Assault | Sexual Harrassment

Both sexual harassment and assault are illegal, and both have severe consequences. However, sexual harassment is a civil offense and has civil consequences, while sexual assault is a criminal offense, and has criminal consequences… as well as potential civil consequences.

Both offenses involve unwanted sexual acts or attention, and sometimes the line between the two can become surprisingly blurry. Below, we review what exactly constitutes each type of offense and the civil and/or criminal consequences you could face,

Buffer

Could Your Minnesota Teen Be Charged for Halloween Celebrating?

OCT. 15 2018

Published By: Chris Keyser

Category: Burglary | Criminal Trespass | Juvenile Law | Robbery | Theft Crimes

Halloween can be harmless fun for your teen. However, if they get involved in the wrong kinds of activities over the holiday, he or she could be arrested.

In this post, we’ll cover the most common activities that get Minnesota teens in trouble with the law. We’ll also tell you what you can do if your teen gets arrested and charged with a juvenile crime.

Common Halloween Activities that Result in Teen Arrests

Minnesota law

Buffer

What Causes Someone in Minnesota to Get a Criminal Record?

OCT. 12 2018

Published By: Chris Keyser

Category: Expungement / Criminal Record Sealing

Most people understand that someone who is convicted of a crime will then have a criminal record. After all, a conviction is the legal system’s way of saying yes, you did in fact engage in a criminal act. A criminal record is, well, a record of that.

Where it gets confusing for many is when they don’t get convicted.

What if you are charged but found innocent? Or your charges are dropped or dismissed? Or the police

Buffer

CASE EVALUATION FORM

KEYSER LAW BLOG

What You Should Do If You Are Arrested in Minnesota

Shoplifting in Minnesota: The Law

Common Halloween Activities that Result in Teen Arrests

MINNEAPOLIS & ST. PAUL CRIMINAL DEFENSE & DWI LAW FIRM SERVING

With offices in Minneapolis and Stillwater, Minnesota, Keyser Law, P.A. handles cases throughout the Minneapolis-St. Paul metropolitan area including:

HENNEPIN COUNTY

WASHINGTON COUNTY

RAMSEY COUNTY

ANOKA COUNTY

DAKOTA COUNTY